BBC Africa

Trailblazing forward Ghizlane Chebbak on the enduring influence of her late father, Larbi - a star of Morocco's only Africa Cup of Nations win.

A radio presenter in Sudan has a baby by the road as she flees militias she says killed her other sons.

Opponents call it a "plot on democracy" and say the referendum result should be annulled.

Amanda Ilestedt's last-minute header gives Sweden a 2-1 win over South Africa at the Women's World Cup in Wellington.

Hinata Miyazawa scores twice to help Japan to a 5-0 win against Fifa Women's World Cup debutants Zambia in New Zealand.

Polyamory is on the rise in South Africa as people break with tradition, counsellors say.

As the Women's World Cup gets under way in Australia and New Zealand, history-making Rwandan referee Salima Mukansanga details how she made it to the top.

Five-time African Footballer of the Year Asisat Oshoala on embracing pressure and fame as Nigeria's star player.

Nigeria's Onome Ebi still loves her football as she embarks on a sixth appearance at the Women's World Cup.

One person was killed and dozens injured after a reported gas explosion in the centre of Johannesburg.

El General, whose song inspired Tunisia's pro-democracy revolution, laments the return of repression.

President Ruto was elected vowing to help poor Kenyans but since coming to power, life has got worse.

Morocco’s women will make their first appearance at a World Cup after a period of investment supported by King Mohammed VI that aims to change attitudes in the country.

South Africa's Kgothatso Montjane calls on the International Tennis Federation to address the issue of representation.

Kenya is in a drought-hit region and Ukrainian grain has contributed to vital food aid supplies.

BBC Sport Africa looks at the Africans to watch from the each of the continent's four teams at the 2023 Women's World Cup.

Homophobia is rising in parts of Africa, with lawmakers pushing for tougher anti-LGBTQ legislation.

Some of the emails reportedly contain sensitive information such as passwords and medical records.

Several thousand people take part in the annual Mamaya dance festival in Guinea.

The memorandum of understanding includes $118m to stop smuggling and return irregular migrants.